Search underway for missing man on Lake Wylie

An active search is underway for a missing 73 year old man in Lake Wylie. Investigators say they responded to Copperhead Island on Soldier Road Wednesday evening
The man is a long time resident of the lake and was last seen at the coat launch of Copperhead Island. His empty boat was found nearby, according to officials. The search will continue on the North Carolina side of the lake this evening.
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